MORE than 25 events are being held as part of Taste Tamworth Festival – the Tamworth Region’s annual 10-day festival from April 4-13.

With a key focus on highlighting local produce and stallholders, festival-goers can expect to enjoy a range of diverse events that celebrate farm to plate and local culture, as well as try new venues they may have not considered previously.

Barry Harley, manager of events at Tamworth Regional Council, strongly encourages travellers and locals “to get out and about in the region and try something new”.

“Following the success of the Toyota 53rd Tamworth Country Music Festival, Taste is designed to give locals another opportunity to experience new events and local flavours, while also drawing in visitors from across the state and beyond,” Mr Harley said.

A new element of this year’s festival is Comfort Food Cabaret – an ultimate tasting experience that blends musical comedy cabaret with a cooking class.

Executive manager – Creative Communities and Experiences, Peter Ross, says Comfort Food Cabaret is the perfect show for musical theatre lovers, or those who simply love live music.

“Comfort Food Cabaret will be held at Tamworth Town Hall on Saturday April 12. It’s a delightful show that leads audiences on a hilarious journey of music, storytelling and delicious food,” Mr Ross said.

“Starring Australia’s singing cook Michelle Pearson, audiences are treated to a show of soulful jazz, rock and pop songs, while being presented with a three-course meal.

“The show is a perfect addition to the festival, demonstrating the versatility of shows presented at entertainment venues all year round.” Mr Ross says.

Taste Tamworth Festival is the toast of Tamworth until April 13.

This week’s  full list of scheduled events include:

Still Life Workshop with Miss JuJu at Miss JuJu’s on April 5;

Community Planting Day and Produce Swap at Tamworth Community Garden on April 5;

Wine and Cheese Pairing at Luna Frank on April 5;

Greek Bottomless Brunch at Tudor Hotel on April 5;

Harmony and High Tea at The Tamworth Regional Conservatorium of Music on April 5;

Le Pruneau Markets at Le Pruneau on April 5;

Lactic Magic Workshop at Tamworth Community Centre on April 5;

Organic Sourdough Breadmaking Workshop at Oakenville Farm on April 6;

Sweet Street in Fitzroy Street on April 6;

Pasta Class with Long Lunch at Carroll Gap Farm on April 8;

Sourdough Class with a Ploughman’s Lunch at Carroll Gap Farm on April 9;

Taste for Tots at The Deck Café, Viaduct Park on April 10;

Pizza making sessions at Papa Luigi’s on April 10;

Rice-paper roll making class at My Thai, Centrepoint Tamworth on April 10;

Smoke & Wagyu at Bison Smokehouse on April 10;

Beer and Degustation Dinner at Hissy Fits Café on April 11;

Down Under: The Songs that Shaped Australia at Town Hall on April 11;

Gin Experience at Tomms Bar on April 12;

Comfort Food Cabaret at Tamworth Town Hall on April 12;

A Taste of Africa at Safari Club Bar & Grill on April 12;

Little Sweeties – Cupcake Workshop at The Tiny Studio and Sweet Petites on April 12;

Nundle Picnic Day in Nundle on April 12; and

Barraba Museum Markets at Nandewar Historical Society Museum on April 12;